Optional Practical Training Current Employer Information Form

All F-1 students on Optional Practical Training (OPT), or OPT STEM extension are required to update any changes in employment throughout the duration of dates listed on their EAD card. Students are required to let the Graduate School know as soon as possible regarding any changes in employment.

Please fill out the below form at any point that your employment status changes while on OPT. If you become unemployed it is important to update our office of this as well.

Questions regarding OPT Employment reporting can be directed to Latrina Prince at princelatrina@uams.edu.

OPT Employment Information

To be used by F-1 students on OPT status to update any employment changes for SEVIS updates.

Student Name * Required
Student SEVIS Number * Required

Number is located in top right corner of the I-20 and will start with “N00……….”
Current OPT Status * Required
Employer Identification Number (EIN)
Employer Name * Required
Employer Address * Required
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP / Postal Code
Supervisor's Name * Required
Supervisor's Phone Number * Required
Supervisor's Email * Required
Employment Start Date * Required
MM slash DD slash YYYY

Please email a copy of your employment offer letter or an employment verification form that confirms the start date.
Employment End Date (If changing employers or positions, enter the date you left the last position.)
MM slash DD slash YYYY

Leave blank if this is your first employer or position. You may be asked for an employment verification letter to confirm the employment end date.
Number of Hours Per Week * Required
- More than 20 Hours (Full-time)
- Less than 20 Hours (Part-time)
Position Title * Required
Provide a Position Description (How is this position related to your program of study?) * Required
Current Home Address * Required
Street Address City State ZIP Code

We will send your updated I-20 with this employment information to the address provided.
Current Home or Mobile Phone Number * Required
Current Personal Email * Required

Do not use your employment/work email.